Prince Charles and Camilla ring in colorful Chinese New Year

Prince Charles and Camilla celebrated the Chinese New Year in Chinatown Photo: Getty Images

The
royal couple walked alongside people in traditional colorful dragon costumes who danced on the streets to mark the year of the goat. The famous
procession visits each restaurant in the area, giving blessings for a fruitful
new year. Camilla and Charles could be seen stopping in front of the Oriental
Dragon to greet spectators.

The royal couple waved to festive spectators Photo: Getty Images

A few even took to Twitter to show off photos of
their once-in-a-lifetime up close meeting with members of the royal family. And
wanting to really get into the New Year spirit, Camilla tried her hand at
making some dumplings with the help of some locals.

Camilla learned how to make dumplings from locals in Chinatown. Photo: Getty Images

Today
also marks the official opening of the
China Exchange, where the royal couple showed their support by meeting members of the community. "My wife and I are
thrilled to join you to celebrate Chinese New Year and to join you at the
opening of the China Exchange," The Prince of Wales stated during the
occasion.

As part of the celebrations, the royal couple met members of the community at the new Chinese Exchange Photo: Getty Images

The pair dressed professionally with the Duchess donning
a cream knee-length skirt and matching coat. She paired the outfit with black
boots, a clutch and leather gloves to keep warm on the crisp day.

Charles and Camilla couldn't help but smile at the colorful celebration Photo: Getty Images

This
appearance comes just two days after the Prince and Duchess made a
glamorous red carpet appearance
at the Royal Film Performance and World Premiere of
The Second Best Exotic
Marigold Hotel.